Flight Control Software Engineer I (Onsite)
RTX Corporation2 months ago
Cedar Rapids, IA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$57k - $109k/yr
Responsibilities
- Define and review software requirements, including interface requirements.
- Implement control and signal-processing algorithms using hand-coded and auto-generated code from MATLAB Simulink and Stateflow models.
- Integrate code into flight control application software.
- Conduct requirements-based software testing.
- Support DO-178B/C-compliant software certification activities.
- Develop flight control software for functions including flight guidance, autothrottle, autopilot, maintenance, and autoland systems.
- Collaborate with engineering teams, customers, and management on technical information.
Requirements
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics.
- Experience developing in modern programming languages such as C++ or C.
- Experience with object-oriented design.
- Prior embedded software development experience is desired.
- Familiarity with software requirements and configuration management tools is desired.
- Preferred qualifications include knowledge of data structures, MATLAB/Simulink model-based development, avionics systems, and team collaboration.
- Experience with agile methodologies and communicating technical information to management, customers, and engineering team members is preferred.
Benefits
- Onsite position in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- Relocation eligible.
- Potential eligibility for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
- Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs.
- The application window is expected to close approximately 40 days after the September 9, 2026 posting date, subject to change.
About RTX Corporation
RTX Corporation builds aerospace and defense systems through its Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon businesses, serving commercial aviation, the U.S. government, and allied militaries. Its products range from aircraft engines and avionics to radars, missiles, and command-and-control software, sold via long-term OEM programs and defense contracts. Formed in 2020 by the Raytheon–United Technologies merger, RTX is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and trades on the NYSE as RTX.